On July 2, 36 cyclists who started in Los Angeles will stop for a visit in Socorro as part of their trek across the country with the Journey of Hope. Socorro’s Tresco Inc. will host the group with a welcome ceremony on the plaza at 4 p.m. Following the ceremony, the cyclists will provide information about the abilities of people with disabilities. The public is encouraged to welcome the cyclists to the community.

Courtesy Push America website: Journey of Hope is a cross-country bicycle trek beginning in San Francisco (North), Los Angeles (South) and Seattle (TransAmerica) and ending together with all teams in Washington, D.C. Cyclists traveling the South Route will travel through Socorro on July 2.

Journey of Hope is a cross-country bicycle trek beginning in San Francisco (North), Los Angeles (South) and Seattle (TransAmerica) and ending together with all teams in Washington, D.C. The event raises funds and awareness for people with disabilities. The group visiting Socorro are from the south route, which started their journey in Los Angeles. The cyclists are all members of Phi Kappa Phi, coming from all around the country. They raise funds for their trip, as well as for grants and scholarships for people with disabilities.

Tresco is a nonprofit corporation with a purpose of making a positive impact in the lives of children with developmental delays and people with disabilities in southern New Mexico. The organization provides a full array of early intervention services and support to children birth to 3 and their families. Respite and personal care services provided to individuals of any age and their families; supported employment and volunteer placement and training programs; residential living support services; and community participation and recreational activities are offered by well-trained, highly qualified employees. Tresco clients will dine with the cyclists and enjoy entertainment and activities.